Electrical Systems Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Electrical System Engineer to join our System Pole team supporting major UK nuclear infrastructure projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in complex high-value engineering programmes contributing to the delivery and commissioning of critical electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver electrical engineering activities across Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) systems (LV* LK* LL* LI* LJ* LG* 9LGE 9LGJ).
• Support system engineering activities related to energy evacuation systems (GEA GEV GPA) where required.
• Work closely with building pilots providing electrical expertise for:
  • HT-HJ (Power Evacuation Platform)
  • HF (Electrical Building)
• Contribute to the technical preparation review and acceptance of major electrical contracts including:
  • Power Transmission (SZ3001)
  • Hydrochlorination / CTE (SZ3422)
  • Plant demineralisation (SZ3421)
• Provide back-office engineering support during commissioning phases at HPC.
• Liaise with the Joint Design Office (JDO) to ensure timely and effective resolution of technical queries.

Qualifications :

Required Skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Proven experience in electrical systems engineering (HV/LV)
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects (nuclear experience desirable)
• Knowledge of power distribution systems and electrical design standards
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on nuclear projects or within a highly regulated industry (e.g. energy oil & gas defence)
• Knowledge of CI-BOP scope and associated systems
• Experience with energy evacuation systems (GEA GEV GPA)
• Understanding of electrical buildings and infrastructure including substations and power evacuation platforms
• Exposure to commissioning activities and on-site support during project delivery phases
• Experience reviewing and managing technical documentation and contractor deliverables
• Knowledge of UK and international electrical standards (e.g. IEC BS EDF standards)
• Previous collaboration with design offices or multidisciplinary engineering teams (e.g. JDO environment)
• Awareness of contract management and technical acceptance processes
• Chartered status or working towards CEng (IET or equivalent)

Additional Information :

Why join us 

We bring together entrepreneurial tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN youll work on exciting projects supported by ongoing learning mentoring and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community including veterans reservists service leavers and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time